Job description
Job description
About the Job
We're looking for an experienced Facilities & EHSS Manager (f/m/d) to lead general facility operations and ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance in our portfolio’s company's new facility.
In your day-to-day work, you will play a vital part in fostering a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment, contributing to the wellbeing and productivity of all building occupants.
Join our portfolio company: A German hardware company focused on designing and manufacturing cutting-edge microchips. The transformative startup offers energy-efficient and high-performance components for multiple industries.
In this role, you’ll:
- Oversee all aspects of facility and equipment maintenance, ensuring smooth operations of essential building systems such as HVAC, elevators, plumbing and more
- Optimise workspace layout and manage space allocation to meet the organisation’s evolving needs effectively
- Lead vendor management by hiring and coordinating contractors, including janitorial, electrical, and security services, while negotiating contracts and pricing
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless facility operations
- Oversee occupational health and safety initiatives, establishing protocols in partnership with TÜV to maintain compliance with German EHSS standards and ISO frameworks
- Conduct first aid, evacuation, and safety training, ensuring employees awareness and preparedness
- Manage EHSS audits, implement corrective actions, and enhance emergency protocols
Your Profile
- Five years of hands-on experience in a comparable role within EHSS or facility management
- Prior experience in EHSS, with an emphasis on workplace safety and environmental protection, is a plus for developing and implementing a robust EHSS strategy from the ground up
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- Fluency in written and spoken German and English
- Self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills
- Proactively contribute ideas for continuous improvement
Please note that we are looking for support in the Aachen office of our portfolio company. Eligibility to work within the EU is required as well.
Benefits and Perks
- Comprehensive benefits package with outstanding insurance, pension and virtual stock options at our portfolio company
- An inspiring, creative and diverse environment with professional and motivated colleagues from all over the world
- Transparent and open culture where every person is highly valued and respected
- Getting challenged and developing your professional skills by taking over responsibilities, and a guaranteed steep learning curve from day one
- A supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance
- Be part of a professional network within the Project A family, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups
Apply below and become a part of our success story!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Project A is committed to diverse and equal opportunities hiring for all – applicants, candidates, and employees alike. We value humans – with all our glorious multifaceted backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences – and look forward to your application.